The next elected leader of the National Future Farmers Association is not only female, she’s black! California State University student Breanna Hobert is making history as the newest president of the organization.
The Future Farmers of America, founded in 1928, and later renamed as The National FFA Foundation, aims to build partnerships with companies in diverse industries to acquire resources and financial assistance for agricultural organizations, education, and student development. Through this, they are able to educate, employ and empower rising agricultural leaders.
Holbert is an agricultural education major and, as of Saturday, is the first African American woman to hold the position.
The appointment stemmed from the votes of fellow delegates during the 2017 National FFA Conference, in Indianapolis just a week prior. Holbert is one of six African Americans to hold a national office within this organization, ever.
CEO of the National FFA Organization Mark Poeschl said Holbert and her teammates "have the …skills to lead our organization during this next year. Together, she and her team will help tell the story of FFA and agricultural education and create awareness around premier leadership, personal growth, and career success.”
Congratulations, Breanna!
